Forms
Below are the forms needed to register with Appletree Day Care Centers. For questions or concerns regarding enrollment, classes, the Services that we offer or information in general, please call us or use our contact form for more information.
| Enrollment Application | Download |
| Discipline and Behavior Management | Download |
| Travel Authorization | Download |
| Emergency Information Card | Download |
| Medical Report | Download |
| Bye Bye Buggy Permission Form | Download |
| Photography Permission | Download |
Choosing a Child Care Provider
Child Development
- How do vaccines help babies fight infections? How Vaccines Work
- What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- What is ADHD?
- Are You Present with Your Children?
- Easy Ways to Teach Your Children to be Grateful for What They Have
- How to Keep Your Breast Pump Kit Clean: The Essentials
- Ten Reasons to Read to Your Child
- Five Steps To Raising Optimistic Children
- How to Wear Cloth Face Coverings
- COVID-19 Parents Supporting Children
Health & Safety
- How do vaccines help babies fight infections? How Vaccines Work
- What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- Keeping Children Safe
- What is ADHD?
- Safer Ways to Celebrate Holidays
- Safer Travel Tips for Families with Unvaccinated Children
- How to Get Your Children to Go to Bed
- Keep Children Healthy during the COVID-19 Pandemic
- The Journey of Your Child’s Vaccine
- Child-Well Visits Are Essential
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Parenting Articles
- How do vaccines help babies fight infections? How Vaccines Work
- What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
- Keeping Children Safe
- What is ADHD?
- Safer Ways to Celebrate Holidays
- Safer Travel Tips for Families with Unvaccinated Children
- Are You Present with Your Children?
- Easy Ways to Teach Your Children to be Grateful for What They Have
- How to Get Your Children to Go to Bed
- Ten Reasons to Read to Your Child
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
National Resources Links
- American Association of Poison Control
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Child Care Aware Child Care Resources, Inc.
- Child Development – CDC
- Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline
- Children’s Health – National Library of Medicine
- Choose My Plate
- Disney Family Kids
- Health National Association for the Education of Young Children
- National Center for Family Literacy
- National Child Care Association
- PBSParents
- Positive Parenting
- Safe Child
- Safe Kids
State & Local Resources Links
Recent Articles
How do vaccines help babies fight infections? How Vaccines Work
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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. There is often nothing about how people with ASD look that sets them apart from other people, but people with ASD may communicate,...
Keeping Children Safe
School is back in session. As you stock up on pencils, take first-day pictures, and adjust to new bus schedules, take a few, quick steps that can keep your child safer during an emergency.From tornadoes to water main breaks, emergencies can occur with little or no...
Quality Child Care – Best Practices in Action
Alex the Bear Goes to Child Care
Going to child care for the first time or entering a new child care setting can be a daunting experience for both children and parents. Alex the Bear seeks to make the transition exciting, enjoyable and a lot more fun! Join Alex as he prepares for his first adventure in child care.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Health & Safety
Health and safety measures are important in any child care facility. Child care programs should have plans and procedures in place to keep children safe from illness and injury.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Activities
Daily, scheduled activities provided for children in child care and early education programs offer opportunities for children to develop, practice skills and learn.
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Caregiver to Child Ratios
Learn more about the recommended ratio guidelines for caregivers and children in quality child care. The lower the ratio, the more one-on-one attention each child may receive.
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Caregiver Interaction
Caregiver interaction is important for several reasons. A close level of caregiver supervision helps protect children from injury. Engaging children in activities and conversations promotes learning and improves language skills.
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Training & Education
Child development training for child care staff helps ensure quality programs for children. Child care providers should also receive training on a variety of health and safety topics.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care